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Mon, 21 Jan 2019 21:44:00 +0000FeedCreator 1.7.3Improve Safety and Air Quality in Europe’s Largest Underground Car Parkhttp://blog.parker.com/improve-safety-and-air-quality-in-europes-largest-underground-car-park
<p><img alt="Variable Speed Drives Car Park Parker Hannifin EMDE" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/fcba229c-f678-4093-a1f0-f77e952173e0/Image/4aeffb0d096eef3a6e503ec2fe29f51f/ac10_drive_parking_300p.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />The renewal of the entire ventilation system in the underground car park serving the largest European business district, was not limited to the simple replacement of filters and some mechanical components. This operation involved a vast project requiring advanced technical expertise, particularly in terms of defining and selecting drive solutions and supporting their integration, installation and commissioning.</p>
<p>The objective of the drive systems for the variation of ventilation speed was two-fold. Firstly, it was a question of ensuring the effective evacuation of exhaust gases. Then, secondly, achieving much faster removal of smoke in the event of a fire. The previously installed system had become obsolete because it was only equipped with two-speed motors without drives.</p>
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<img alt="Variable Speed Drives Car Park Parker Hannifin EMDE" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/fcba229c-f678-4093-a1f0-f77e952173e0/Image/881bf90a73a59462ce10b27bfbeecf9b/ac10_drive_parking.jpg" style="width: 243px; height: 180px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />Parker worked with EDF and Inov Industrie on the project. The company was selected for its technical abilities with respect to drive systems, but perhaps more importantly, for its &quot;know how&quot; in the control of energy consumption/optimisation of energy efficiency. The project presented multiple challenges that had to be overcome. First, the project concerned the most extensive car park in Europe incorporating 22,000 spaces, spread over sixteen different sites. Then, due to the underground location of the car parks, below the towers of La Defense at a complex, major road junction, there were numerous access constraints. To this was added the problem of dimensions: the systems selected had to fit in existing cabinets and be adapted to the protocol already in place.</p>
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<p>All of the disassembled components being replaced had to be removed and recycled. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, the fire safety system needed to allow the forced operation of the drives at maximum speed in order to reliably evacuate fumes in the shortest possible time. For safety, the new systems also needed to be equipped with an automatic restart and be directly connected to the emergency fire services.</p>
<p>The nature of the project meant that work had to be completed quickly and efficiently under intense time pressure. The scale of the project meant that a total of 60 drives with power ratings from 5.5kW to 180kW had to be commissioned in a very short space of time. Inov Industrie, with its 20-year working relationship with Parker, turned to the motion and control specialist, opting to specify units from the company&rsquo;s AC10 compact drive range.</p>
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<a href="http://www.parker.com/ssd/AC10" target="_blank"><img alt="Variable Speed Drives AC10 Series Parker Hannifin EMDE" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/fcba229c-f678-4093-a1f0-f77e952173e0/Image/0f61c2835bd86dfcc5f318aed91a1e91/ac10_family_400x246p.jpg" style="width: 400px; height: 246px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" /></a>Simple and reliable motor control
<p>The suitability of the <a href="http://www.parker.com/ssd/ac10" target="_blank">AC10 range</a> for this significant and challenging project was enhanced due to some new features such as fire mode input/output and its wide range of power ratings - all in a compact package. The AC10 range is characterised by its simplicity of installation, setup, and commissioning, thanks in particular to a fast parameterization. With its enhanced functionality, the AC10 drive is able to control asynchronous motors incorporating both simple and complex types of application such as pressure and flow control. The &lsquo;small sequential&rsquo; function (sequencing on and off) avoids the need for an additional PLC. It is also possible to obtain information relating to system power consumption and other parameters such as the occurrence of dirty filters.</p>
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<p><img alt="Francis Scharwatt Parker Hannifin France" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/fcba229c-f678-4093-a1f0-f77e952173e0/Image/e65d40a1fcea9cd8b560af94f8c2ddf4/scharwatt_francis.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 164px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />Article contributed by Francis Scharwatt, sales engineer, <a href="http://www.parker.com/fr" target="_blank">Parker Hannifin France</a></p>
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AC Drives & InvertersCase StudyElectromechanicalIndustrialTransportation TechnologyThu, 13 Dec 2018 11:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/improve-safety-and-air-quality-in-europes-largest-underground-car-parkElectromechanical TeamSeal-Lok ORFS CNG Fittings Pass On-Vehicle Fire Safety Testhttp://blog.parker.com/seal-lok-orfs-cng-fittings-pass-on-vehicle-fire-safety-test
<p><img alt="Seal-Lok for CNG ORFS Fittings pass critical on-vehicle fire safety test." src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/7dc19bcc-9142-4a17-9f5c-00d528afd9b9/Image/3dbe6b68763f5b124bc0b927c09b8a26/parker_seal_lok_cng_orfs_passes_bonfire_test.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 200px; float: right; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" /></p>
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<span style="line-height: 1.6;">Plentiful in North America and relatively inexpensive, natural gas produces 30 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions than gasoline or diesel, making it an ideal alternative fuel for a diverse range of applications. Heavy-duty vehicles, such as refuse trucks, Class 7-8 trucks and buses are the largest users of this fuel source. Given this growing change, the need for reliable leak-free connections is even more important which is why Parker developed a <a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17592/en/seal-lok-for-cng-o-ring-face-seal-tube-fittings-and-adapters" target="_blank">CNG version of its Seal-Lok O-ring Face Seal (ORFS) fittings</a>.&nbsp;</span></p>
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Why Seal-Lok O-ring Face Seal Fittings?
<p><img alt="Parker Seal-Lok for CNG O-ring Face Seal Fittings" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/7dc19bcc-9142-4a17-9f5c-00d528afd9b9/Image/1058f579787963800c5ca287d57287b1/seal_lok_o_ring_face_seal_fittings_for_cng_applications_4.jpg" style="width: 225px; height: 140px; float: left;" />Known for proven leak-free connections, Seal-Lok ORFS fittings have many benefits for these CNG applications. The ORFS design provides unlimited reusability, resistance to vibration, zero clearance for easy assembly and replacement, as well as resistance to overtorque which has been known to be an issue for other fittings designs. Though ORFS fittings have traditionally been used in industrial hydraulic applications due to the elastomeric seals, the creation of a special CNG O-ring has now made this reliable connection a viable option in alternative fuel applications.&nbsp;</p>
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<span style="line-height: 1.6;">Ensuring fire safety on natural gas vehicles</span>
<p>Since the available amount of energy per liter of natural gas is low compared to the traditional fuels, it is compressed to a pressure of at least 200 bar (2900 PSI). Therefore, special attention must be paid to the safety aspects related to CNG Cylinders on-board Natural Gas Vehicles (NGVs). One potential hazard seen in garbage truck operation is a load fire. Load fires are the most common type of truck fire in the refuse/recycling industry. &nbsp;</p>
<p>As you know, refuse vehicles travel in populated residential areas every day. It is critical to ensure the safety of not only the drivers, but anyone in the proximity of a NGV. The trucks are engineered to be extremely safe; however, load fires can heat the CNG storage tanks, raise pressure and introduce the risk of a rupture occurring. To reduce the risk of a rupture in the event of a fire, the CNG cylinders must be equipped with a Pressure Relief Device (PRD). The effectiveness of this specified fire protection system must be validated in a bonfire test.&nbsp;</p>
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Bonfire test for Parker&rsquo; Seal-Lok ORFS CNG Fittings<img alt="Seal-Lok for CNG ORFS fittings undergo critical NGV Bonfire Test and pass." src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/7dc19bcc-9142-4a17-9f5c-00d528afd9b9/Image/3414f0238ce16418e1795272011a759c/seal_lok_for_cng_bonfire_test.jpg" style="width: 200px; height: 196px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;" />
<p>Bonfire test requirements for Cylinders and PRDs are defined in Regulation 110, ANSI/CSA NGV 2, and CSA B51 Part 2, however, there are no specific bonfire test requirements for the fittings and seals connecting CNG tanks to the system. Given the growing use of Seal-Lok O-ring Face Seal CNG fittings in these connections, Parker felt it important to develop bonfire testing to validate they would perform if exposed to fire.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The criteria for passing were defined using the most rigorous requirements placed on CNG tanks in ANSI/CSA NGV 2 and CSA B51: samples pressurized to 3,600 psig and exposed to a minimum of 590 &deg;C for 20 minutes. To qualify as passing the bonfire test, all seals must have maintained pressure for at least 20 minutes after being heated. This bonfire test was performed by the outside testing facility of &nbsp;Southwest Research Institute&rsquo;s (SwRI) Fire Technology Department.</p>
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Seal-Lok for CNG bonfire test results
<p>Seal-Lok for CNG passed the bonfire test. Passing the bonfire test confirms that Seal-Lok for CNG meets the industry safety requirements for CNG components used in natural gas vehicles. Seal-Lok ORFS CNG fittings are the first and only fittings in the industry to be Bonfire Tested. In addition to passing the bonfire testing, these fittings are also tested and certified by TUV according to the following standards: ECE R110, ANSI NGV 3.1-2014/CSA 12.3-2014 for stainless steel and zinc nickel fittings, and ISO 15500.<br />
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<p><a href="http://solutions.parker.com/TFD-Bonfire-Test-Summary" target="_blank"><img alt="Download the Parker Seal-Lok for CNG Bonfire Test Summary." src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/7dc19bcc-9142-4a17-9f5c-00d528afd9b9/Image/b759d625d009398950c093729c5fdf6c/parkerdownloadtestsummary.jpg" style="width: 245px; height: 36px; float: left; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" /></a>To learn more about the <a href="http://solutions.parker.com/TFD-Bonfire-Test-Summary" target="_blank">Seal-Lok for CNG Bonfire Testing, download the test summary</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Find out more about this product line and see the available configurations on the <a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17592/en/seal-lok-for-cng-o-ring-face-seal-tube-fittings-and-adapters" target="_blank">Seal-Lok for CNG product series page</a>. If you have any questions about this article, please post them and we will respond. To talk to Parker regarding the benefits of Seal-Lok for CNG for your application, please call 614-279-7070.</p>
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<p><img alt="John Holzheimer, Applications Engineer for Parker Hannifin Tube Fittings Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/7dc19bcc-9142-4a17-9f5c-00d528afd9b9/Image/cbe3e7d2af5ac5cdaff64a8fe2b1f255/headshot_holzheimer3.jpg" style="width: 105px; height: 144px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px; float: left;" /></p>
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<p>Written by John Holzheimer, applications engineer, <a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.223a4a3cce02eb6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=745f55e6c8a5e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">Parker Tube Fittings Division</a></p>
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<strong>Additional related content:</strong></p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/new-o-ring-face-seal-fitting-promotes-environmental-sustainability-with-alternative-fuel-compatibility">New O-ring Face Seal Fitting Promotes Environmental Sustainability with Alternative Fuel Compatibility</a>&nbsp;<br />
<a href="http://blog.parker.com/a-closer-look-at-o-ring-face-seal-37-flare-and-24-flareless-fittings" target="_blank">A Closer Look at O-ring Face Seal, 37&deg; Flare, and 24&deg; Flareless Fittings</a><br />
<a href="http://blog.parker.com/assembly-instructions-for-ensuring-leak-free-o-ring-face-seal-fittings" target="_blank">Assembly Instructions for Ensuring Leak-Free O-ring Face Seal Fittings</a><br />
<a href="http://blog.parker.com/four-easy-steps-to-identify-hydraulic-threads" target="_blank">Four Easy Steps to Identify&nbsp;Hydraulic&nbsp;Threads</a></span></p>
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AutomotiveFittingsFluid & Gas HandlingTransportation TechnologyTube FittingsTue, 11 Dec 2018 15:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/seal-lok-orfs-cng-fittings-pass-on-vehicle-fire-safety-testFluid Gas Handling TeamPosition Sensing of Mechanical Components in Rail Increases Safetyhttp://blog.parker.com/position-sensing-of-mechanical-components-in-rail-increases-safety
<p><img alt="Position Sensing of Mechanical Components in Rail Increases Safety - Digital Train - Parker LPCE Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/d0fbc2ae-d7dc-4f89-957c-4a0c4ba28027/Image/2ccbe1c8064911e9520fff78da8c8dcb/digital_train.png" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 300px; height: 200px; float: right; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" /></p>
<p>Whether train driving is done manually or automatically, human being remains responsible for safety. Man is increasingly assisted by automatic means to control and communicate with his machine. This assistance is provided by systems called Human Machine Interfaces (HMI).</p>
<p>The objective of the HMI is to make the facilities more functional, better adapted to the environment and to avoid risks. For this reason, electronic systems are growing to benefit passenger and goods safety but also for the productivity of equipment.</p>
<p>In trains, the HMI are deployed on different mechanical components in the form of electronic systems. They can be placed on the mechanical components of a pressure circuit to monitor and control their operation.</p>
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How do HMI optimize the operation of railway mechanical components?
<p>The sensor is an element of the HMI more and more used in the architecture of mechanical systems of a train, especially in pressure circuits. The assembly of sensors on mechanical components allows precise control of movement in pressurized fluid transfer systems, thus improving safety.</p>
<p>These sensors are detection devices with signals that make it possible to bring intelligence to the control of the movement. They provide the data needed to foster a reactive and preventative environment. Position sensors, for example, make it easy to control the open or closed position of a valve on a fluid transfer circuit.</p>
<p>The use of a sensor with electrical or contactless technology minimizes the overall cost of implementing a secure mechanical system. Indeed, it allows to quickly and accurately detect the open or closed position of a circuit, without separate encoders and especially without additional mechanics.</p>
<p>The data transmitted by the sensor allows the monitoring and, when the information flows in both directions, the control of the mechanical component itself. Position data available improve risk control and prevention by quickly detecting any problem and saving it to databases. The HMI then makes it possible to avoid malfunctions that can lead to downtime or productivity losses.</p>
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The example of Parker Legris valves dedicated to railway applications
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<strong><img alt="Position Sensing of Mechanical Components in Rail Increases Safety - Sensor - Parker LPCE Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/d0fbc2ae-d7dc-4f89-957c-4a0c4ba28027/Image/b7e473c0de9709aefd5f450335dd0409/capteur1.png" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 300px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" /><img alt="Position Sensing of Mechanical Components in Rail Increases Safety - Sensor 2 - Parker LPCE Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/d0fbc2ae-d7dc-4f89-957c-4a0c4ba28027/Image/6d798570694876cdea03268eafb05340/capteur2.png" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 300px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" /></strong></p>
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<p>Several fluids are circulating in a train between a tank and actuators such as brake shoes and motors. The medium conveyed range from compressed air, water or glycol water, to diesel or hydraulic oil. Some circuits need to be secured.</p>
<p>Well known for its <a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.c17ed99692643c6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=a5489c168e65e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">expertise in fluid transfer solution</a>, Parker Legris has developed a new lockable valve with sensor, adapted to the low-pressure circuit for compressed air supply. Thanks to this valve with open or closed position detection, the user quickly identifies the valve status and can act faster at the exact location.</p>
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<p>To adapt to the railway equipment constraints, the new valves have a robust IP67 protection box at the sensor. They are 100 percent leak-tested and have an inductive sensor electrically connected to the HMI.</p>
<p>Electronic sensors are now essential safety instruments in railway vehicles. They are expected to expand to more mechanical components, because safety is at the heart of the innovation of railway market players, and more widely of manufacturers like Parker.</p>
<p><a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17604/en/manual-ball-valves-fce" target="_blank"><img alt="Position Sensing of Mechanical Components in Rail Increases Safety" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/160facb8132ef5a392bc3c2f2c5570dc/legris_ball_valve_button.jpg" style="width: 200px; height: 75px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" /></a></p>
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<p><img alt="Position Sensing of Mechanical Components in Rail Increases Safety - Céline Joyeau, marketing development manager, Parker Low Pressure Connectors Europe Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/d0fbc2ae-d7dc-4f89-957c-4a0c4ba28027/Image/ccf937890a4689aa82377198fb66bcf0/c_line_joyeau.png" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 150px; height: 150px; float: left; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" />Article contributed by C&eacute;line Joyeau, marketing development manager, Low Pressure Connectors Europe Division<br />
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<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/learn-how-cold-weather-affects-connector-design-for-rail-applications">Learn How Cold Weather Affects Connector Design for Rail Applications</a> </span><br />
<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/key-cold-weather-design-factors-for-connector-technology-in-rail">Key Cold Weather Design Factors for Connector Technology in Rail</a> </span></p>
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Fluid & Gas HandlingPneumaticsSafetyTransportation TechnologyWed, 14 Nov 2018 09:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/position-sensing-of-mechanical-components-in-rail-increases-safetyFluid Gas Handling TeamOil Changes Are Not So Traditional with QuickFit http://blog.parker.com/oil-changes-are-not-so-traditional-with-quickfit
<p><img alt="Oil Changes Are Not So Traditional with QuickFit - Engine with Quickfit installed - Quick Coupling Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/b9bb567db0286e18d88fefcb9bcc6606/quickfit_valvefilteroverview_image_300x300.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 300px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />Lubrication is essential to machine maintenance. Equipment properly lubricated reduces wear and tear during production, ensures temperatures are in check with operational standards, minimizes corrosion and helps keep contaminants and pollutants out of the system. Organizations will allocate nearly half of their total maintenance costs to lubrication-related activities. The biggest of them all is deploying the oil change.</p>
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Spilling the truth on oil changes&nbsp;
<p>An oil change makes certain machines are running smoothly and prolongs engine life. There&rsquo;s incentive to changing oil regularly. However, therein lies the issue. Performing an oil change is straightforward enough, correct? Not quite. For technicians and mechanics, the traditional oil change process is much more tedious and hazardous. The likelihood of making a mess or even worse can be a costly mistake. Equipment downtime, lost production, employee safety, and environmental integrity are factors an organization will risk when conducting an oil change.</p>
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The challenges of changing the oil&nbsp; &nbsp;
<p>A traditional maintenance oil change is cumbersome. From heavy machinery and power generation equipment to fleets and municipalities, changing oil involves thorough training on procedures and equipment and utilizing an arsenal of tools, which bring a multitude of challenges:</p>
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<p>You can&rsquo;t just stop performing oil changes. What is the solution then?</p>
<p><img alt="Oil Changes Are Not So Traditional with QuickFit Oil Change Quick Coupling Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/503de813ae3aee8c684e40967d216038/compiled_image2.jpg" style="width: 400px; height: 200px; margin-left: 25px; margin-right: 25px;" /></p>
QuickFit&trade; Oil Change System revolutionizes oil maintenance
<p><a href="http://promo.parker.com/promotionsite/quickfit/us/en/home">Parker&#39;s QuickFit Oil Change System</a> is unlike anything else available in the marketplace. It&rsquo;s radically transformed oil changes with a faster, cleaner and safer approach that hasn&rsquo;t been accomplished until now. QuickFit is revolutionary, yet simple with a three-step process to purge, evacuate and refill oil.</p>
<p><img alt="Oil Changes are not so Traditional with QuickFit Table Quick Coupling Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/dbf097103c046cf5d6eeff930771c57c/table_steps.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 150px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" /></p>
<p>The architecture of QuickFit eliminates oil spills and greatly reduces safety hazards. This is achieved through an accessible, single connection point that allows oil to drain directly to the waste containment, and then can be used to extract the used oil from the filter and pump in new oil. The total number of steps in the process is reduced, which means a faster and safer oil change.</p>
<p>QuickFit combines ease-of-use with comprehensive functionality. Minimal training is necessary and maintenance is simplified as oil changes can be done efficiently and effectively. Productivity goes up while the chances of an error occurring during an oil change are greatly reduced.</p>
<p>Watch the video to see how a traditional oil change compares to Parker&rsquo;s QuickFit Oil Change System.</p>
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<p><img alt="Oil Changes Are Not So Traditional With QuickFit" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/7b42df1e89657485ed59bb9c4549e882/matthew_walley_150x150.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 150px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" /></p>
<p>Contributed by Matt Walley, product sales manager, Quick Coupling Division Division of Parker Hannifin.</p>
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<p>Related links:</p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/how-to-change-your-engine-and-machine-oil-faster-cleaner-and-safer">How to Change Your Engine and Machine Oil Faster, Cleaner and Safer</a> </span></p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/no-more-spills-8-reasons-why-you-need-a-new-oil-change-process">No More Spills! 8 Reasons Why You Need a New Oil Change Process</a> </span></p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/improve-the-efficiency-of-your-fleet-service-team">Improve the Efficiency of Your Fleet Service Team</a> </span></p>
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Fluid & Gas HandlingSupportTransportation TechnologyThu, 01 Nov 2018 12:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/oil-changes-are-not-so-traditional-with-quickfitFluid Gas Handling Team Parker Awarded the Esteemed IATF Certification 16949:2016http://blog.parker.com/parker-awarded-the-esteemed-iatf-certification-16949%3A2016
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<p><a href="http://www.parker.com/parkerimages/Parker.com/Literature/LPCE/New PDFs/IATF_16949.pdf" target="_blank"><img alt="IATF 16949:2016 Certification" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/d0fbc2ae-d7dc-4f89-957c-4a0c4ba28027/Image/11d8fc1c471e3102997e4c9077fa8f14/afaq_16949.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 300px; float: right;" /></a></p>
<p>We are pleased to announce that Parker Low Pressure Connector Europe Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has been awarded the <strong>new International Automotive Task Force (IATF) 16949:2016 certification</strong>.</p>
<p><strong>A Worldwide Recognized Certification</strong></p>
<p>The Division is once again demonstrating its ambition to be the reference partner in high-demand markets.<br />
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This <a href="http://www.parker.com/parkerimages/Parker.com/Literature/LPCE/New%20PDFs/IATF_16949.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>globally recognized certification</strong> </a>indicates that Parker LPCE has achieved a very high level in terms of quality performance, system capability, warranty requirement and customer satisfaction.</p>
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<p><strong>The&nbsp;Scope of this New Standard</strong></p>
<p>The global automotive and transportation industry faces <strong>significant challenges</strong>, including rapid growth of emerging markets and&nbsp;the need to <strong>improve performance and reliability</strong> while ensuring the best cost-effectiveness. In response to these challenges, the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has published the new IATF standard 16949:2016.<br />
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This new international standard describes the requirements for quality management systems for organizations working in the production, service and / or accessory parts of the automotive and transport industry.<br />
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As IATF points out, this new international standard aims to <strong>develop a quality management system</strong> designed to:</p>
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<p>The new IATF 169491:2016 replaces ISO / TS 16949: 2009. This new normative reference is based on the requirements of ISO 9001: 2015, supplemented by the demands of the automotive industry. This new framework strengthens the management system in terms of continuous <strong>improvement, risk analysis prevention and leadership.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Note that since October 2017, it is mandatory to transition to this new standard IATF 16949:2016.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>A Significant benefit for Customers</strong></p>
<p><img alt="Control point with camera" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/d0fbc2ae-d7dc-4f89-957c-4a0c4ba28027/Image/15bdb6cf7edc5676dccaed29aa18c0de/point_de_controle.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 200px;" /></p>
<p>The LPCE Division has&nbsp;reinforced its&nbsp;quality management demands in order to meet the following criteria within the scope of this certification:</p>
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<p>This certification has an additional value because our Division is&nbsp;one of&nbsp;the first French companies to have obtained it.</p>
<p>The LPCE Division confirms the performance of the company&#39;s management system, and is a guarantee for the major players of the automotive and transportation industry <strong>an assurance in the continuity and reliability of its systems and products</strong>.</p>
<p>For more information, please contact <a href="mailto:celine.joyeau@parker.com?subject=IATF%2016949%3A2016" target="_blank">our dedicated transportation team</a>.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.parker.com/parkerimages/Parker.com/Literature/LPCE/New%20PDFs/IATF_16949.pdf" target="_blank">Download</a> our certificate of compliance IATF 16949:2016<br />
<a href="https://certification.afnor.org/en/quality/iatf-16949-certification" target="_blank">Learn more</a> about this standard<br />
For more information on LPCE products, <a href="http://www.parker.com/parkerimages/Parker.com/Literature/LPCE/New%20PDFs/IATF_16949.pdf" target="_blank">download</a> our transport brochure<br />
<a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.223a4a3cce02eb6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=fd477f71ad65e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">Visit our website</a> to discover more on our products</p>
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<p><img alt="Laurent Orcibal" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/d0fbc2ae-d7dc-4f89-957c-4a0c4ba28027/Image/abfa0d2c7aafac2bc65501bd60d8b11f/lol_150_150.png" style="width: 150px; height: 150px; margin-right: 15px; margin-left: 15px; float: left;" />Article contributed by&nbsp;Laurent Orcibal, ebusiness manager,&nbsp; Low Pressure Connector&nbsp; Europe, Parker Hannifin Corporation.</p>
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<p><a href="http://blog.parker.com/key-cold-weather-design-factors-for-connector-technology-in-rail">Key Cold Weather Design Factors for Connector Technology in Rail</a></p>
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AutomotiveFittingsFluid & Gas HandlingParker GlobalPneumaticsTransportation TechnologyTubingThu, 27 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/parker-awarded-the-esteemed-iatf-certification-16949%3A2016Fluid Gas Handling TeamHydraulic Traction Drive Systems Modernize Railway Vehicleshttp://blog.parker.com/hydraulic-traction-drive-systems-modernize-railway-vehicles
<img alt="Systems Integrator Develops Systems for Rail in Czech Republic" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/b2ef3c7e-e21d-428c-8521-33730bc6d466/Image/8451e16eaf111452402dc59c99844f41/ss_chvalis_foto_300x165.jpg" style="color: rgb(66, 66, 66); font-family: Arial; width: 364px; height: 200px; margin: 10px 15px; float: right;" />Since 1997,&nbsp;Chvalis<span style="color: rgb(66, 66, 66); font-family: Arial;">, a premier distributor of Parker Hannifin based in the Czech Republic, has been focusing on&nbsp;</span>the development and construction of hydraulic systems for the needs of general industry and mechanical engineering, working toward modernizing the Czech Republic.&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(66, 66, 66); font-family: Arial;">One specialty of the company</span><span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">&nbsp;is</span><span style="color: rgb(66, 66, 66); font-family: Arial;">&nbsp;providing technical solutions and delivery of hydraulics for railway vehicles such&nbsp;as diesel locomotives and railcars. This includes not only new&nbsp;hydraulic</span><span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">&nbsp;systems </span><span style="color: rgb(66, 66, 66); font-family: Arial;">but also modernization and reconstruction of obsolete vehicles.&nbsp;</span>
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About Chvalis&nbsp;
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; outline: 0px; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(66, 66, 66); padding-bottom: 0px !important;"><a href="https://www.chvalis.cz/" target="_blank">Chvalis</a> is an expert on delivering turnkey solutions according to rail manufacturer&#39;s specifications, including delivery, installation and commissioning. Chvalis has been using&nbsp;<a href="http://ph.parker.com/cz/cs/products" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: rgb(50, 50, 50);" target="_blank">Parker&#39;s products</a>&nbsp;since 1992 in its systems for their unmatched quality, reliability and security.&nbsp;Components also meet the most demanding certifications.&nbsp;In the railway industry, Chvalis is the holder of the Certification of Technical Competence of the Czech Railways supplier and the SŽDC Supplier&#39;s Certificate.</p>
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; outline: 0px; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(66, 66, 66); padding-bottom: 0px !important;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; outline: 0px; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(66, 66, 66); padding-bottom: 0px !important;"><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Thanks to its extensive network of local branches, which are always associated with the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.659b30e162bcddfe50a05764427ad1ca/?vgnextoid=18a62103e807a410VgnVCM100000200c1dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">ParkerStore</a><a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.659b30e162bcddfe50a05764427ad1ca/?vgnextoid=18a62103e807a410VgnVCM100000200c1dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">&nbsp;</a>service and ParkerStore sales hydraulics and tires,&nbsp;Chvalis is able to provide rolling stock operators 24-hour warranty and post-warranty service.&nbsp;The ParkerStore retail locations are fully equipped for the production of hydraulic hoses and are certified by the &quot;ParkerStore Hose Certification Workshop.&quot;&nbsp;</span></p>
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<span style="color: rgb(66, 66, 66); font-family: Arial;">Exceptional order for CZ LOKO&nbsp;</span>
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<span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Until 2013, Chvalis supplied hydraulic systems only for auxiliary drives, such as compressor drives for compressed air production;&nbsp;the drive for the combustion engine cooling fans and the electric alternator drive for the production of electric motors.&nbsp;</span><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">In 2013, the company received a call for a comprehensive design and solution for the supply of a complete hydraulic traction drive, including auxiliary drives for 35 units of MUV series 74.02 001-035 series, for CZ LOKO, the manufacturer and supplier of Czech Railways - SŽDC.&nbsp;</span></p>
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Innovative open hydraulic system&nbsp;
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<span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Chvalis has developed a technical solution for its own drive - an unconventional way of using its own innovative, open-circuit hydraulic system </span><span style="color: rgb(66, 66, 66); font-family: Arial;">instead of competing with a preferred closed circuit.</span><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">&nbsp;The system, while technically more demanding, precisely and comfortably addresses all the requirements of all traction control conditions controlled by the parent electronic control system of the vehicle.&nbsp;In addition, the circuit allows for hydraulic braking, which was used for the cruise control system. This makes the work of the drivers more efficient and saves the cost of the vehicle operators, reducing the wear of the brake discs of the standard pneumatic braking system of the vehicle.&nbsp;The standard brake is used most of the operating time, using this circuit for braking, until the vehicle stops.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; outline: 0px; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(66, 66, 66); padding-bottom: 0px !important;"><img alt="3D-CAT motor assembly with hydraulic drive CHVALIS" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/91be37b2-9409-4b63-80f7-1a31e4b8dfe0/Image/fcae76bfadb48cb557159e394ba1f97a/sestava_chvalis_600x424.jpg" style="border: 0px; margin: 20px; padding: 0px; font-size: 0px; color: transparent; vertical-align: middle; width: 600px; height: 424px;" /></p>
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; outline: 0px; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(66, 66, 66); padding-bottom: 0px !important;"><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Hydraulic circuits are built using the Parker product portfolio, including Ermeto E02 pipe systems and hose systems from certified hoses for rolling stock.&nbsp;These hydraulic circuits, mainly&nbsp;<a href="http://ph.parker.com/cz/cs/axial-piston-variable-pumps-series-pvplus" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: rgb(50, 50, 50);" target="_blank">PV-plus piston control pumps</a>&nbsp;in conjunction with the&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://ph.parker.com/cz/cs/hydraulic-bent-axis-motors" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: rgb(50, 50, 50);" target="_blank">F11, F12, F1, F2,</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://ph.parker.com/cz/cs/axial-piston-variable-motors-series-v14" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: rgb(50, 50, 50);" target="_blank">F14 hydraulic motors of the V14 series</a>,&nbsp;deliver a minimum fault, provide high reliability and long service life.</span></p>
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<span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><img alt="Valve block of hydraulic traction drive CHVALIS" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/91be37b2-9409-4b63-80f7-1a31e4b8dfe0/Image/263b5d78094c020854aa14f2158f561e/ventilovy_blok.jpg" style="border: 0px; margin: 10px 15px; padding: 0px; font-size: 0px; color: transparent; vertical-align: middle; width: 300px; height: 231px; float: left;" />Thanks to previous experience with the 35-piece MUV74.02 series, Chvalis was asked by CZ LOKO&#39;s customer for the design and delivery of a complete hydraulic traction drive and auxiliary drives for a new series of 50 MUV 75.00 Universal Motor Vehicles. This new unit had the requirement to maintain the same hydraulic traction drive that has proven itself in the past series.&nbsp;In addition, the requirement to increase the hydraulic proportional brake power and increase the number of auxiliary hydraulic circuits has been accepted: hydraulic hand, grass mower, hydraulically independent trolley tipping system, and suspension lock.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><img alt="Vehicle MUV 75.001 - at prototype tests at CZ LOKO manufacturer Jihlava" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/91be37b2-9409-4b63-80f7-1a31e4b8dfe0/Image/a10a44d334ecef88db48038f201f9a0b/vozidlo_muv.jpg" style="border: 0px; margin: 20px; padding: 0px; font-size: 0px; color: transparent; vertical-align: middle; width: 312px; height: 171px; float: right;" /></span></p>
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; outline: 0px; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(66, 66, 66); padding-bottom: 0px !important;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; outline: 0px; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(66, 66, 66); padding-bottom: 0px !important;"><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">After the demanding testing of the first prototype in December 2017, the production of a 50-piece series of cars was launched in January 2018, again using the innovative Chvalis hydraulic system with proven hydraulic components from Parker.</span></p>
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Headed to InnoTrans?
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 12px; padding: 0px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">InnoTrans is the leading international trade fair for transport technology and takes places every two years in Berlin, Germany. Sub-divided into the five trade fair segments Railway Technology, Railway Infrastructure, Public Transport, Interiors, and Tunnel Construction, InnoTrans occupies all 41 halls available at Berlin Exhibition Grounds. The InnoTrans Convention, the event&rsquo;s top-level supporting programme, complements the trade fair.</p>
<p style="border: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 12px; padding: 0px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">A unique feature of InnoTrans is&nbsp;it&#39;s&nbsp;outdoor and track display area, where everything from tank wagons to high-speed trains is displayed on 3,500&nbsp;metres&nbsp;of track.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.1fad49623636802a75c4c210237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=ff3138f1546c0610VgnVCM100000e6651dacRCRD&amp;vgnextchannel=d5d6fbdc71fd7310VgnVCM100000200c1dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN&amp;events=true&amp;vgnextcat=InnoTrans+2018" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: rgb(50, 50, 50);" target="_blank">Visit Parker at Booth 206, Hall 10</a>&nbsp;or <a href="http://solutions.parker.com/innovations-to-keep-you-on-track-rail-UK" target="_blank">learn about our innovations to keep you on track on our solutions page</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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Case StudyFittingsFluid & Gas HandlingHydraulic MotorsHydraulic ValvesHydraulicsParkerStoreTransportation TechnologyThu, 20 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/hydraulic-traction-drive-systems-modernize-railway-vehiclesHydraulics TeamNo More Spills! 8 Reasons Why You Need a New Oil Change Processhttp://blog.parker.com/no-more-spills-8-reasons-why-you-need-a-new-oil-change-process
<p><img alt="No More Spills! 8 Reasons Why You Need a New Oil Change Process - No More Spills Infographic - Parker Quick Coupling Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/239b48a026e8af8002c2c2e5273427e5/infographic_teaser_300x300_1.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 308px; margin: 5px 15px; float: right;" />A routine oil change is anything but routine. Fleet engines and industrial machinery pose a variety of challenges that make conventional oil changes time-consuming, messy and hazardous for the technician and the environment. The equipment to perform such a task is specialized and features unique instructions and a level of complexity that requires comprehensive training. These obstacles only increase the chances of a human error occurring during an oil change.</p>
<p>It&rsquo;s best for oil changes to have a standardized approach. Parker&rsquo;s <a href="http://promo.parker.com/promotionsite/quickfit/us/en/home" target="_blank">QuickFit&trade; Oil Change System</a> can deliver a faster, cleaner and safer oil change every time. This revolutionary way of changing oil utilizes a more accessible, single point connection to purge, evacuate and refill oil. That means no drips, no leaks, and no spills. Whether you&rsquo;re a skilled mechanic or technician trainee, minimum training is involved to use QuickFit. Perform oil changes in a fast and effective manner and have more time to focus on improving the business&rsquo; bottom line.&nbsp;</p>
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One access point
<p>No need to deal with cramped and hard-to-reach spaces and multiple points. QuickFit&rsquo;s easily accessible single connection point does it for you.&nbsp;</p>
Oil changes in less time
<p>Oil changes can be done in 30 minutes or less. Purge the filter, evacuate the used oil and refill with new oil from a single connection point.</p>
Less is more
<p>Few tools are necessary to use the QuickFit Oil Change System. The complete oil change system features simple installation to get you changing the oil in no time.</p>
Reduce oil change times
<p>A 50% reduction in oil change times. Rather than dealing with complicated instructions and equipment, QuickFit&rsquo;s 3-step process is a more standardized solution to deliver faster oil changes every time.&nbsp;</p>
Eco-friendly solution
<p>QuickFit Oil Change System creates less consumable waste than conventional oil changes.</p>
Improve safety conditions for oil changes
<p>Reduce exposure to hazardous materials and the possibility of slips, falls, and burns. QuickFit&rsquo;s ergonomic design allows for easier access, simplifying the oil change process.</p>
Elimination of oil spills
<p>Eliminate oil spills by 100%. QuickFit valve connects directly from the vehicle to final containment for complete control. This means no leaks, no spills and no clumsy removal of oil pan plugs and filled filters.</p>
Comes down to dollars and cents
<p>Eliminate the hidden costs of oil changes and improve your bottom line with a faster, cleaner and safer oil change through QuickFit Oil Change System.</p>
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<p>Experience a faster, cleaner and safer oil change today and visit <a href="http://promo.parker.com/promotionsite/quickfit/us/en/home" target="_blank">www.Parker.com/QuickFit</a> to learn more.</p>
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<p><img alt="No More Spills! 8 Reasons Why You Need a New Oil Change Process - Matt Walley - Parker Quick Coupling Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/0d183497e8ce776d852b153151ad2530/matthew_walley2017.jpg" style="width: 125px; height: 184px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />This blog was contributed by Matt Walley, product sales manager, <a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.223a4a3cce02eb6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=6fd99bd01975e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">Parker Quick Coupling Division</a>.</p>
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ConstructionFittingsFluid & Gas HandlingMobile Off HighwaySafetyTransportation TechnologyFri, 14 Sep 2018 16:15:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/no-more-spills-8-reasons-why-you-need-a-new-oil-change-processFluid Gas Handling TeamUtilizing Video Input to Improve Operational Safety of Heavy Equipment http://blog.parker.com/utilizing-video-input-to-improve-operational-safety-of-heavy-equipment
<p><img alt="Utilizing Video Input to Improve Operational Safety of Heavy Equipment Electronic Controls Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/16b9aad0981a44d80304d2d04550cec2/msg_ecd_utilizingvideoinputtoimproveoperationalsafetyofheavyequipment_0818.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />The ability to see behind a machine and work area is crucial to improve safety in the operation of heavy equipment and machinery. Just as in automobiles, the capability to see behind a mine haul truck, forklift, reach stacker or other machinery is important when maneuvering. Additionally, the ability to see the work area including the fork placement on a forklift, grain conveyor on a harvester or the top hatch on a refuse side loader truck is also important for safety and to help improve operator productivity. Having a camera in place to see if the conveyor is clogged or if the top hatch is blocked can help reduce time, as well as allowing the operator to see potentially dangerous or damaging conditions before they become critical.</p>
<p>More and more heavy equipment, construction machinery, specialty trucks and agriculture equipment are using operator displays in the cab to improve the machine interface. Although dedicated video screens are readily available, having an additional screen for just video, adds cost and can inhibit the operator&rsquo;s visibility. The ability to integrate video signals onto screens offers a cost-effective solution, as well as improving operator visibility by reducing the number of screens in the cab.</p>
<p><img alt="Utilizing Video Input to Improve Operational Safety of Heavy Equipment - PHD family of displays - Parker Hannifin " src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/b2ef3c7e-e21d-428c-8521-33730bc6d466/Image/dd0753575d4cafcb90814be728c0242e/phd_display_family_zm.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 300px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />The <a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17616/en/phd" target="_blank">PHD50 and the PHD70 touchscreen displays</a> offer the ability to not only perform the operator interface for engine and machine diagnostics, status and configuration, they also support video input directly to the screens. The PHD50 supports a single video feed, while the PHD70 support two video feeds.</p>
<p>Both PHD models can perform logic and calculations to allow the video screen to show dynamically, based on events or fault conditions. For example, if the loading arms on a refuse truck are raised, but the top hatch is closed, the top hatch video camera feed can automatically appear on the screen to inform the operator of the condition. When a mine haul truck is put into reverse travel, the backup camera feed can automatically appear, or if the chipping wheel on a whole tree chipper signals an overload, the workspace camera can automatically appear to show the operator what is causing the overload. This can dramatically improve the machine efficiency by allowing the operator to proactively deal with possible dangerous or work stopping conditions.</p>
<p><img alt="Utilizing Video Input to Improve Operational Safety of Heavy Equipment" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/727c2e2ca698dc7c0d3e747cc4d0ddd7/phd_camera_2.jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 412px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" /></p>
<p><img alt="Utilizing Video Input to Improve Operational Safety of Heavy Equipment" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/b836995a1cf4c81337c08c9e447e4606/phd_camera_3.jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 412px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" /></p>
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<p>In this example, the <a href="http://divapps.parker.com/divapps/iqan/Training/Examples/PHD50_Camera.zip" target="_blank">PHD50_Camera.zip</a> and <a href="http://divapps.parker.com/divapps/iqan/Training/Examples/PHD70_Camera.zip" target="_blank">PHD70 Camera.zip</a> files include an example application program that shows how to implement the single video input into the PHD50 and both video inputs into the PHD70. In addition to the video input(s), the example has implemented the following features:</p>
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<p>This application example can be used as is for basic video screens or can be modified or included in another PHD application to incorporate the advantages of video screens into an application to accompany engine and machine parameter settings, showing fault codes and overall status and gauges. The example contains the graphical content for the video feed selection, the script to invert the video image and the screen to set the back-light intensity using Crank Storyboard and functionality written in Lua script.</p>
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<p>To learn more about how PHD displays can help equipment operators, <a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17616/en/phd" target="_blank">view our product literature, technical specifications and reference materials.</a></p>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Article contributed by Edward Polzin, regional&nbsp;application engineer - central,&nbsp;</span><br />
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ConstructionElectronicsHydraulicsMobile Off HighwaySafetyTransportation TechnologyMon, 27 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/utilizing-video-input-to-improve-operational-safety-of-heavy-equipmentHydraulics TeamAssembly Instructions for Ensuring Leak-Free O-ring Face Seal Fittingshttp://blog.parker.com/assembly-instructions-for-ensuring-leak-free-o-ring-face-seal-fittings
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No matter what type of port, tube or hose ends your fittings have, it&#39;s important to know and use the proper assembly and installation steps. Today we are talking about O-ring Face Seal (ORFS) fittings. The face of the ORFS tube end has a soft seal in the captive o-ring groove (CORG). When the fitting is assembled properly this seal is compressed in the CORG, which is a precision machined groove in the fitting body face, to form a leak tight seal. This makes proper assembly key to ensuring leak-free O-ring face seal connections in your system.<br />
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<p>Watch the video to learn the proper process for assembly and installation of O-ring face seal fittings, or follow the steps outlined below.&nbsp;</p>
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Proper O-ring Face Seal (ORFS) fitting assembly and installation steps:
<p><strong>Step 1: Inspect the tube end for a O-ring. </strong><br />
Start by inspecting the ORFS fittings to make sure that the O-ring is properly installed in the groove (CORG). If an O-ring is not present, you will need to properly install one before moving to the next step.&nbsp;<em>Note: Parker provides <a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17592/en/o-ring-face-seal-tube-fittings-and-adapters-seal-lok-o-ring-face-seal-fittings" target="_blank">Seal-Lok O-ring Face Seal fittings</a> with Trap-Seals preinstalled. These patented trapezoidal shaped seals provide optimum seal retention to prevent fall-out during shipping and assembly, and also prevent seal pinch during assembly.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p><strong>Step 2: Mate the fitting face and connection.</strong><br />
Place the flat face of the mating connection against the fitting face so that it makes complete contact with the O-ring.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Step 3: Thread and torque.</strong><br />
Thread the nut onto the fitting body by hand. Then tighten it to the recommended torque values shown in the <a href="http://www.parker.com/literature/Tube%20Fittings%20Division/4300_Catalog_Cover.pdf" target="_blank">Assembly and Installation section of the Parker Catalog 4300</a>.</p>
<p>By following these steps your O-ring face seal fitting connections should be leak-free. To help you ensure that all of your hydraulic fitting connections are installed leak-free, <a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.223a4a3cce02eb6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=745f55e6c8a5e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">Parker Tube Fittings Division</a> has created a series of tube and port end assembly and installation videos for the most common hydraulic fitting connections, which will be shared on <a href="http://blog.parker.com/techconnect" target="_blank">TFDtechConnect.com</a> over the next couple of months. You can also find detailed assembly and installation information for port end threads and tube fittings in the <a href="http://www.parker.com/literature/Tube%20Fittings%20Division/4300_Catalog_Cover.pdf" target="_blank">Assembly/Installation section of our Catalog 4300</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17592/en/o-ring-face-seal-tube-fittings-and-adapters-seal-lok-o-ring-face-seal-fittings" target="_blank">Seal-Lok O-ring Face Seal Fittings</a> are now available for purchase on <a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17592/en/o-ring-face-seal-tube-fittings-and-adapters-seal-lok-o-ring-face-seal-fittings" target="_blank">Parker.com</a>.&nbsp; Simply add products to your cart for shipment within two days for in-stock items.</p>
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<p>Contributed by Burleigh Bailey, senior product engineer at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.223a4a3cce02eb6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=745f55e6c8a5e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">Parker Tube Fittings Division</a></p>
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<p><strong>Additional related content about hydraulic tube, hose, and port fitting connections:</strong></p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/non-adjustable-parallel-thread-port-end-assembly-instructions-for-hydraulic-fittings">Non-Adjustable Parallel Thread Port End Assembly Instructions for Hydraulic Fittings</a> </span><br />
<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/tapered-thread-port-assembly-instructions-for-hydraulic-fittings">Tapered Thread Port Assembly Instructions for Hydraulic Fittings</a> </span><br />
<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/turn-vs-torque-how-making-the-right-choice-keeps-your-hydraulic-fitting-connections-leak-free">Turn vs. Torque? How Making the Right Choice Keeps Your Hydraulic Fitting Connections Leak-Free</a> </span><br />
<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/extreme-temperatures-are-no-issue-for-parkers-patented-metal-seal-for-orfs-fittings">Extreme Temperatures Are No Issue for Parker&#39;s Patented Metal Seal for ORFS Fittings</a> </span><br />
<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/tube-end-preparation-best-practices-for-leak-free-hydraulic-tube-fitting-connections">Tube End Preparation Best Practices for Leak-Free Hydraulic Tube Fitting Connections</a> </span><br />
<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/a-closer-look-at-o-ring-face-seal-37-flare-and-24-flareless-fittings">A Closer Look at O-ring Face Seal, 37&deg; Flare, and 24&deg; Flareless Fittings</a> </span></p>
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AutomotiveConstructionFittingsFluid & Gas HandlingOil - Gas TechnologytechConnectTransportation TechnologyTube FittingsThu, 09 Aug 2018 14:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/assembly-instructions-for-ensuring-leak-free-o-ring-face-seal-fittingsTechConnect TeamKey Cold Weather Design Factors for Connector Technology in Railhttp://blog.parker.com/key-cold-weather-design-factors-for-connector-technology-in-rail
<p><img alt="Understanding the challenges of cold weather for rail applications - train in cold weather Low Pressure Connectors Europe" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/8963055ef4255f64936e07d3599771bc/train_post2_300_200_blog.png" style="width: 300px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />Cold weather may force designers to reconsider the usual technical choices regarding rolling stock systems.</p>
<p>Combining ergonomics of use, a cost-effective approach and technical performance are the challenges associated with a low-pressure circuit intended for use at cold temperatures.</p>
<p>This blog describes the specific features of the various connector technologies in a low-pressure circuit and provides a professional opinion regarding the choice of the onboard connection.</p>
<p><a href="http://solutions.parker.com/THIS_IS_ENGINEERING_EXPERTISE_FOR_RAILWAY_EXCELLENCE">Fluid transfer low-pressure circuits</a> on rolling stock consist of four main functions:</p>
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<p>When choosing connectors, manufacturers and operators must consider in particular two main selection criteria which are the technology and the materials</p>
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<p>The connector is chosen according to use criteria related to the disconnection frequency, speed of assembly, tube quality implemented and design habits. The four main connector types are as follows:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.parker.com/Literature/LPCE/New PDFs/Principles of Connection Systems.pdf"><u><strong><img alt="Key Cold Weather Design Factors for Connector Technology in Rail" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/467a40dec1912ed56f41a81473198204/principles_connections.jpg" style="width: 350px; height: 233px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" /></strong></u></a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.223a4a3cce02eb6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=fd477f71ad65e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=FR"><u><strong>Push-in fittings:</strong></u></a>&nbsp;Available in three gripping versions (by the washer, by gripping&nbsp;and by reversed gripping), to quickly create flexible and modular systems. The gripper technology is recommended for low-temperature applications down to -25 &deg;C, while the washer technology can be used to temperatures as low as -50 &deg;C.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.223a4a3cce02eb6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=4a8d9bd01975e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=DE" target="_blank"><u><strong>Quick couplings:</strong></u><strong>&nbsp;</strong></a>Available in three valve versions and with various standardised end-fittings, they are suitable for frequent connections-disconnections. This technology provides very good resistance down to -40 &deg;C.</p>
<p><a href="http://ph.parker.com/gb/en/pl-nickel-plated-brass-spigot-fittings" target="_blank"><u><strong>Spigot fittings:</strong></u></a>&nbsp;Easy to implement, they guarantee direct leak-tightness on a flexible tube with no seal and no anchor ring. Their resistance to cold, as low as -40 &deg;C, depends on the tube quality.</p>
<p><a href="http://ph.parker.com/gb/en/brass-compression-fittings-brass-compression-fittings-1" target="_blank"><u><strong>Compression and bite type fittings:</strong></u></a>&nbsp;Available in two versions with a separate ring or built-in ring, they adapt to all types of a tube (metal or plastic). They offer exceptional resistance to cold, down to -60 &deg;C.</p>
<p>These last two connection types are more complex to implement.</p>
<p>Fitting and tube form a pair which, when correctly associated, guarantee optimum operation of the low-pressure circuit over time.</p>
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Materials used to design the connector system
<p>Key factors when designing the low-pressure circuit, the materials play a role in the performance of the system and its resistance to cold through their composition and structure.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.parker.com/Literature/LPCE/New PDFs/Product Selection Table Railway.pdf"><img alt="Key Cold Weather Design Factors for Connector Technology in Rail" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/68613c2e276dfec00fb012d17510d681/railway_selection_guide.jpg" style="width: 350px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" /></a>The tube material participates in the chemical and mechanical compatibility of the circuit. Being used throughout the circuit, it has a considerable impact on the resistance to cold. A flame-retardant version is available which can withstand temperatures down to -50 &deg;C.</p>
<p>The materials of the fittings and other connection systems guarantee leak tightness, efficiency over time, the ergonomics of the circuit and operating safety. They are available in two versions: metal and polymer.</p>
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<p>Other criteria must be taken into account when choosing the connector, for example, pressure/temperature performance, compliance with standards and regulations. Taking into account all these criteria will guarantee that the connector is perfectly compatible with the operating conditions.&nbsp;</p>
<p>To conclude, the range of Parker LPCE low-pressure connector systems focuses on the safety of persons and goods, having provided solutions for all relevant applications in various types of train and rail vehicles for many years. Two quick-reference brochures detail everything you need to know about a selection of connectors and associated products.</p>
<p>For more information, please complete <a href="http://www.parker-messen.de/innotrans_tickets/en.php">our form </a>to make an appointment with one of our experts at<a href="mailto: webcontact@parker.com"> webcontact@parker.com</a>.</p>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Article contributed by&nbsp;</span>Laurent Orcibal, ebusiness manager,&nbsp; Lower Pressure Connector&nbsp; Europe, Parker Hannifin Corporation.</p>
<p><em>This article is part 2 of a two-part series. Read the first part at&nbsp;</em><a href="http://blog.parker.com/learn-how-cold-weather-affects-connector-design-for-rail-applications">Learn How Cold Weather Affects Connector Design for Rail Applications&nbsp;</a></p>
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<p>Other related topics:&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="http://blog.parker.com/do-you-know-how-extreme-cold-affects-your-hydraulic-hose-properties">Do You Know How Extreme Cold Affects Your Hydraulic Hose Properties?</a></p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/equipment-winterization-techniques">Equipment Winterization Techniques</a> </span></p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/choosing-the-right-connector-tubing-and-accessories-for-your-application-part-1">Choosing the Right Connector, Tubing and Accessories for Your Application - Part 1</a> </span></p>
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FittingsFluid & Gas HandlingHoseTradeshowsTransportation TechnologyTue, 07 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/key-cold-weather-design-factors-for-connector-technology-in-railFluid Gas Handling TeamSix Reasons Why the EO-2 Is the Most Reliable Fitting for Rail http://blog.parker.com/six-reasons-why-the-eo-2-is-the-most-reliable-fitting-for-rail
<img alt="EO2: A system for every situation" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/305a840cea209c5e8682188e18d1c6a0/eo_2_blog_first_image.jpg" style="width: 373px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />
<p>The reliability of every component is significant for the design engineer of modern railway vehicles if they are to function smoothly in the long term.</p>
<p>The EO-2 fitting has been extremely reliable for application use in the rail industry. The soft-sealing fitting does not need to be re-tightened even after years of continual usage, and the seal is designed for long term cost savings.</p>
<p>Furthermore, it is always an advantage for the assembler when components are simple, safe and quick to install - easily carried out with commercial tools. But there are other benefits.</p>
Advantages of EO-2&nbsp;
1. Ermeto design
<p>The main advantage lies in the design detail. The EO-2 was developed on the foundation of the Ermeto Cutting Ring System - a well-known concept.&nbsp;It features a special characteristic - a large-volume elastomeric seal. Invisible from the outside, the seal assures sustained function and leak-tightness even in extreme application conditions.</p>
<p><img alt="EO-2: A system for every situation E0-2 Cutting High Pressure Connectors Europe" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/8b2ffddaec0039366aad704d16a10283/eo_2_cutting.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 189px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" /></p>
<p>The profile of the EO-2 elastomeric seal shows a particularly large cross-section which seals safely even in unfavourable tolerance ranges of tubing and fittings. So the sealing effect is supported by the system pressure. This means that EO-2 fittings are well suited for high-pressure applications. Due to the high preload of the seal, the EO-2 design has formidable gas leak-tightness. This prevents the penetration of air in vacuum conditions.</p>
<p>In comparison with other fitting types, the EO-2 Series has an advantage because of optimal installation room without gaps and dead volume. For the user typical sealing damage such as spiral extrusion or wear caused by &ldquo;pumping&rdquo; are prevented.</p>
2. The &ldquo;assembly to dead-stop&rdquo; advantage
<p>An ever-recurring problem is under- and over-assembly. EO-2 eliminates this because before assembly of the fitting, a gap is located between the end faces of the sealing and retaining ring. This gap closes as soon as the retaining ring has reached its final cut depth into the tube. Assembly completion by this dead-stop is very clearly indicated. An equally good assembly outcome is achieved with manual assembly too. So completed assembly can be checked by an operator&#39;s quick visual inspection.</p>
<p><img alt="EO-2: A system for every situation E0-2 Cutting High Pressure Connectors Europe" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/d7cb88e9f74389e5ad56b8a7e86afa9f/gap_opened.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 245px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" /></p>
3. Greater safety through clearly perceptible assembly stop
<p>As soon as the gap between both rings is closed, the EO-2 connection is ready for assembly-inspection and installation. If the functional nut is then tightened to spanner tightness, it is sufficient to tighten the connection with 1/4 to 1/6 of a turn. This clearly noticeable stop point increases the user&rsquo;s feeling of safety and prevents effectively dangerous under-assembly. And always remember this: &ldquo;after fixed comes off&rdquo;. This will certainly be avoided with EO-2.</p>
4. Meeting the standards
<p>EO-2 Fittings meet DIN 2353 and ISO 8434. They are available for tube sizes from 6 -42 mm O.D. &ndash; which covers most situations. For warm temperatures, it can be used with no problems up to +200 &deg;C. Conversly, arctic temperatures pose no problems. EO-2 fittings are available in steel and stainless steel depending on your application.</p>
<p>All EO-2 fittings are certified in accordance with EN45545-2 and EN61363 and also have the IRIS certification. For the designer, this means a universally deployable fitting which meets the current certification standards. This significantly simplifies designs.&nbsp;</p>
5. Wide application range and ease of assembly&nbsp;
<p>A big application range means wider design possibilities. EO-2 covers hydraulic and pneumatic applications. For the user, there are clearly reduced costs and assembly work. In addition, this fittings series is also well suited to restricted access situations.</p>
<p>EO-2 are well-greased and easily assembled. The threads of the standard smooth-coated retaining nuts are additionally treated with EO-LUB from sizes 25S/28L. The torques of EO-2 fittings are thereby reduced by about 25 percent and make their contribution to preventing dangerous under-assemblies.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
6. Save procurement and warehousing costs with the EO-2 functional nut
<p>In the EO-2 functional nut the sealing and retaining rings are assembled so that these three parts cannot be lost and form one design element. Because of this, individual parts such as seals and cutting rings cannot be forgotten, mixed up or fitted the wrong way round. All these kinds of mistakes that might be made must be avoided at all costs because they affect the safety of both passengers and railway personnel.</p>
<p>Individual parts do not have to be laboriously collected together during assembly. The user can shorten assembly times, reduce warehousing costs and into the bargain increase the security of his/her systems free of charge.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Viewed on the whole, the EO-2 Series, represents an attractive, safe and reliable alternative to comparable fittings systems.&nbsp; EO-2 is available world-wide and in the case of replacement, makes the procurement of the required components easier.&nbsp;EO-2 also meets the &ldquo;Buy America Act.&rdquo; <a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/17587/en/ermeto-din-fitting-components-for-high-pressure-hydraulic-tube-fittings" target="_blank">Click here to earn more about on EO-2 Fittings&nbsp;</a>.</p>
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<p><img alt="EO-2: A system for every situation E0-2 Cutting High Pressure Connectors Europe" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/82df9521bf81893cce832eb43717186d/georg_kaelble2.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 150px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />Article contributed to by Georg K&auml;lble, manager marketing-service, High Pressure Connectors Europe, Parker Hannifin.</p>
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<p>Related Content:</p>
<p><a href="http://blog.parker.com/learn-how-cold-weather-affects-connector-design-for-rail-applications">Learn How Cold Weather Affects Connector Design for Rail Applications</a></p>
<p><a href="http://blog.parker.com/do-you-know-how-extreme-cold-affects-your-hydraulic-hose-properties">Do You Know How Extreme Cold Affects Your Hydraulic Hose Properties?</a></p>
<p><a href="http://blog.parker.com/what-every-design-engineer-of-rail-vehicles-should-know-about-en-45545">What Every Design Engineer of Rail Vehicles Should Know About EN 45545</a></p>
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FittingsFluid & Gas HandlingTransportation TechnologyThu, 02 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/six-reasons-why-the-eo-2-is-the-most-reliable-fitting-for-railFluid Gas Handling TeamLearn How Cold Weather Affects Connector Design for Rail Applicationshttp://blog.parker.com/learn-how-cold-weather-affects-connector-design-for-rail-applications
<p><img alt="Understanding the challenges of Cold Weather for Rail Applications Train in Snow Lower Pressure Connector Europe" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/263f863ca7cb6412a86328bc0ce6aced/train_post1_300_200_blog.png" style="width: 300px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />In a European context favouring a unique rail system, the design and use of trains are becoming increasingly complex. They must comply with a wide range of specifications and regulations while proposing standardisation of the systems. This is known as interoperability.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.era.europa.eu/Core-Activities/Interoperability/Pages/home.aspx">Interoperability of the rail systems</a> operating in Europe, supported by directive 2016/797, means that the same rolling stock can be used outside the borders of a particular country, with weather constraints caused by extreme temperature variations.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Temperatures down to -40 &deg;C/-50 &deg;C are a reality for the equipment, no matter where it was manufactured. This temperature constraint has an impact on the technology employed for the low-pressure circuits and gives the designer/ operator a new use challenge.</p>
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What is the impact of cold weather on low-pressure circuit connectors?
<p><img alt="Learn How Cold Weather Affects connector Technology This is Engineering Expertise Low Pressure Connector Europe" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/ceb5fe863618ede4375896cba758363f/picture_to_illustrate_railway_animation.png" style="height: 240px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left; width: 440px;" />The fluid transfer connection technology is no exception. Very low temperatures must not be allowed to affect the basic connectors principles. These basic principles revolve around the ease of installation, the leak-tightness and pressure performance, the fast maintenance of the circuit and the mechanical strength.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Cold is known to cause structural damage which may threaten a person&#39;s safety but also affect the operation of the machines:</p>
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<p>Designers and operators, therefore, need to review the criteria they use to validate low-pressure circuits to overcome the cold constraint.</p>
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What constraints does cold weather generate for designers?&nbsp;
<p>The low-pressure components of rolling stock can be classified into two categories, depending on whether they are used inside or outside with temperature variations between -25 &deg;C and -40 &deg;C/-50 &deg;C.</p>
<p>These temperatures place the low-pressure circuits under considerable stress and may lead to loss of performance or premature wear of some train components.</p>
<p>Cold temperatures may limit the performance and operation of the onboard low-pressure systems, causing the trains to slow down or even stop, in order to guarantee the safety of the passengers.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It may, therefore, affect the service rate of rolling stock and the profitability of installations. Rail operators, therefore, need to employ specific methods such as:</p>
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<p>When considered right from the beginning design stage, these practices, necessary due to the cold conditions, ensure that the connector is fully compatible. The circuits assembled in this way will guarantee optimum service rate and increased profitability of the installations. More specifically, tests must be conducted to validate the behaviour of a low-pressure connector exposed to cold. For example, standard NF F11806 describes the requirements and mechanical tests applicable to shut-off valves down to -40 &deg;C.</p>
<p>Cold may also aggravate corrosion phenomena. In this case, we speak of structural damage to the materials possibly leading to breakage of the low-pressure circuit. Premature wear is due to:</p>
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<p>Standard ISO 9227 describes the tests and corrosion resistance levels of metallic components, helping designers to make appropriate choices. The corrosion resistance requirement may be very high, possibly demanding exclusive use of stainless steel.</p>
<p>To conclude, it is a truism that rolling stock manufacturers want to ensure that systems can operate at 100 percent service rate to guarantee customer satisfaction.&nbsp; Cold changes the technological deal, and the design and use of the connector systems must be adapted accordingly. <a href="http://solutions.parker.com/THIS_IS_ENGINEERING_EXPERTISE_FOR_RAILWAY_EXCELLENCE?cm_mmc=Blog-_-FCG_FSCE-_-Innotrans_FY19_EN-_-Cold-weather-connector">Choosing the right connector is an increasingly critical challenge.</a></p>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><img alt="Understanding the Challenges of Cold Weather for Rail applications Laurent Orcibal Lower Pressure Connector Europe" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/cb33b26c-b911-43cf-9a4a-0406a7cd3abe/Image/abfa0d2c7aafac2bc65501bd60d8b11f/lol_150_150.png" style="margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; width: 150px; height: 150px; float: left;" />Article contributed by&nbsp;</span>Laurent Orcibal, ebusiness manager,&nbsp; Lower Pressure Connector&nbsp; Europe, Parker Hannifin Corporation.</p>
<p><em>This article is Part 1 of a two-part series. Read the second part at&nbsp;</em><a href="http://blog.parker.com/key-cold-weather-design-factors-for-connector-technology-in-rail">Key Cold Weather Design Factors for Connector Technology in Rail</a>.</p>
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<p>Other related topics:</p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/how-to-overcome-environmental-challenges-for-rail-freight-applications">How to Overcome Environmental Challenges for Rail Freight Applications</a> </span></p>
<p><span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/choosing-the-right-connector-tubing-and-accessories-for-your-application-part-1">Choosing the Right Connector, Tubing and Accessories for Your Application - Part 1</a> </span></p>
<p><a href="http://blog.parker.com/do-you-know-how-extreme-cold-affects-your-hydraulic-hose-properties">Do you Know How Extreme Cold Affects Your Hydraulic Hose Properties?</a></p>
FittingsFluid & Gas HandlingHoseTradeshowsTransportation TechnologyWed, 25 Jul 2018 04:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/learn-how-cold-weather-affects-connector-design-for-rail-applicationsFluid Gas Handling TeamUnder Pressure: The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoseshttp://blog.parker.com/under-pressure-the-importance-of-reinforcement-in-hydraulic-hoses
<p><img alt="The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoses - Hose Reinforcement Options - Parker Hose Products Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/439417c2-a4f1-4c21-a566-ab29e76f9846/Image/796b66a5dee7ed643b31cae783eaa618/hpd_underpressureblog_hosereinforcement_toughcover_video.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />Selecting the proper hose for a hydraulic assembly is critical to ensure that it meets the requirements for that specific application. One of the first steps in selecting the proper hose is to identify the type of reinforcement that is needed. The reinforcement is the strength of all hydraulic hoses; it determines the working pressure of the hose. Within the hydraulic hose industry, you will commonly see three types of reinforcement:</p>
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<li><strong>Braided</strong>: a braid of synthetic textile, wire or other material, applied by high speed vertical or horizontal braiders</li>
<li><strong>Spiral</strong>: a spiral wrap that is made from natural fibers, synthetic materials or wire&nbsp;</li>
<li><strong>Helical</strong>: a helical coil monofilament reinforcement that keeps the hose from collapsing in on itself when used in suction line applications</li>
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<p><img alt="Under Pressure: The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hose - HoseFinder app - Parker Hannifin" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/b2ef3c7e-e21d-428c-8521-33730bc6d466/Image/20b1d256a3132605228d6e5fd6363c04/screenshot_2018_06_21_20_38_00.png" style="width: 150px; height: 200px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" /><a href="http://divapps.parker.com/divapps/hpd/iphone/default.aspx" target="_blank">Download our HoseFinder app to make it easier to select your next hydraulic hose.</a>&nbsp;</p>
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Hose reinforcement correlates to working pressure rating
<p>It is important to note that there are hoses that have a reinforcement that is a combination of fiber and wire, or multiple layers of wire braids or spiral layers but typically there are one or the other. Watch this video to see the differences.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Hose reinforcement has a direct correlation to the working pressure rating of a hydraulic hose. Pressure capacity is the defining criteria for hydraulic hose and pressure dictates how it is constructed. The type of reinforcement as well as the number of layers; 1-wire hose, 2-wire, 4-wire, etc., generally indicates pressure capacity. As you increase the number of layers, the pressure rating increases.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Hose reinforcement also impacts the flexibility of a hydraulic hose. Although hydraulic hoses are usually fairly stationary and don&rsquo;t move around very much, hoses used on a piece of equipment that has a flexible joint, like a backhoe, must be flexible. Furthermore, the flexibility of hose enables components to be positioned in the most efficient or convenient places due to its ability to bend around corners, through tight spaces, or across long distances. Braided and spiral hoses definitely differ in terms of flexibility along with other differentiating factors.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
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Braided hydraulic hose
<p><a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/15551/en/hydraulic-constant-working-pressure-hose-4000-psi-globalcore-487-hose" target="_blank"><img alt="The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoses - 487TC GlobalCore Hose - Parker Hose Products Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/439417c2-a4f1-4c21-a566-ab29e76f9846/Image/4de9629d3f11f837577b80662d885084/hpd_under_pressure_hose_reinforcement_braidedlhose.jpg" style="width: 225px; height: 150px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" /></a>Braided construction has a crisscross wire arrangement. This ends up looking like a braid when it&rsquo;s all done. Braided constructions allow for increased flexibility of the hydraulic hose. Several layers of wire braid can make the hose stronger&nbsp;while keeping the reinforcement material untangled and maintaining a constant pitch (i.e. the inclination and the thread count per unit length). &quot;Medium-pressure hoses&quot; typically feature one- and two-wire braided construction. These hoses are frequently found on construction equipment, heavy-duty trucks, and fleet vehicle applications. In general, braided hose is selected for its flexibility, however, this type of hose is also more susceptible to failure under high-impulse applications.&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/15551/en/push-lok-plus-dry-air-and-hot-water-multipurpose-hose-804" target="_blank"><img alt="The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoses - Push-Lok Braided Hose - Parker Hose Products Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/439417c2-a4f1-4c21-a566-ab29e76f9846/Image/06dc84d3d7c043349eacc8abecb5e999/hpd_under_pressure_hose_reinforcement_pushlokhose_804.jpg" style="width: 190px; height: 133px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" /></a>The majority of &quot;low-pressure braided hoses&quot; have a textile reinforcement. In applications with typical operating pressures below 300 psi, the use of fiber braid allows for maximum flexibility. Hoses with textile reinforcement are commonly used to transmit petroleum-based fluids, diesel fuel, hot lubricating oil, air, ethylene glycol anti-freeze and water.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Below is an image of one of Parker Hose Product&rsquo;s braiding machines.&nbsp;</p>
<p><img alt="The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoses - Parker Hose Braiding Machine - Parker Hose Products Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/439417c2-a4f1-4c21-a566-ab29e76f9846/Image/01f7c318d162022b85ffcb43c92a5891/hpd_under_pressure_hose_reinforcement_braiding.jpg" style="width: 500px; margin-left: 25px; margin-right: 25px; height: 333px;" /></p>
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Spiral hydraulic hose
<p>At one time in the industry, two-wire braided hose was most commonly used in many applications. But the advent of larger, off-road specialty equipment drove the creation of spiral hose, which is very well suited for applications where extremely high impulse pressure is encountered.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/15551/en/hydraulic-industry-standard-hose-3000-2500-psi-722tc-st-hose" target="_blank"><img alt="The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoses - 722TC Spiral Hose - Parker Hose Products Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/439417c2-a4f1-4c21-a566-ab29e76f9846/Image/b8824588cbc7df9743e9148fd28da579/hpd_under_pressure_hose_reinforcement_spiralhose_722.jpg" style="width: 225px; height: 150px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" /></a>Spiral hose construction consists of either textile or wire reinforcement. Each ply is laid at a specified angle for maximum dimensional stability. Instead of crisscrossing, wires remain parallel as they wrap around the circumference of the hose. Even though spiral reinforcement results in a stronger hose; there is an increased minimum bend radius and less flexibility due to the stiffness of the wire reinforcement in most cases. Spiral wire construction was designed to handle the high impulse applications such as construction equipment, heavy-duty trucks and fleet vehicle applications.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Below is an image of one of Parker Hose Product&rsquo;s spiral hose machines.</p>
<p><img alt="The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoses - Parker Spiral Hose Machine - Parker Hose Products Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/439417c2-a4f1-4c21-a566-ab29e76f9846/Image/7ee502921daf98830961fa56b7442275/hpd_under_pressure_hose_reinforcement_spiralhosemachine.jpg" style="width: 500px; margin-left: 25px; margin-right: 25px; height: 333px;" /><br />
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Usually the more layers of wire, the stronger the hose, which means higher pressures can be achieved. Multi-layer spiral hoses, such as four- or six-wire construction, are used in a wide variety of applications from lawn tractors to earth movers. The demand for durable, high-performance spiral hydraulic hoses is continually growing, especially in applications where service life is critical.<br />
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<a href="http://ph.parker.com/us/15551/en/suction-and-return-line-881" target="_blank"><img alt="The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoses - 881 Helical Wire Hose - Parker Hose Products Division" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/439417c2-a4f1-4c21-a566-ab29e76f9846/Image/71ca019189220bed7c247b3088963a38/hpd_under_pressure_hose_reinforcement_helicalhose_881.jpg" style="width: 225px; height: 150px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" /></a>Helical hydraulic hose
<p>Helical wire construction is used in addition to layers of fiber spiral or fiber braid hose reinforcements. Helical reinforced hoses are designed with maximum flexibility and vacuum handling in mind. The use of a helical reinforcement construction prevents collapse under vacuum. Helical wire reinforcement can be found in low pressure suction and return line hoses.<br />
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Reinforcement is determined by the specific application requirements
<p>If you are in need of a hydraulic hose but don&rsquo;t know which is best for your application, contact a local hose distributor. Provide them with all the details of your application in order for them to fully understand what you need. You can also download <a href="http://divapps.parker.com/divapps/hpd/iphone/default.aspx" target="_blank">Parker&rsquo;s HoseFinder</a> to go through the STAMP process, which enables you to identify hoses based on your specific application.&nbsp;</p>
<p>From one- and two-wire braided, and up to six-wire spiral hose construction, and with a variety of cover options to protect from abrasive situations, Parker&rsquo;s hydraulic hoses cover the pressure and media requirements for most hydraulic applications.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><img alt="Kyri McDonough, Hose Products Division, Parker Hannifin" src="http://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/b2ef3c7e-e21d-428c-8521-33730bc6d466/Image/70d0c1bf69836a20d03733c9cfd30991/fcg_hpd_kyrimcdonough_marketingservicesmanager.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 150px; float: left; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" />Article contributed by Kyri McDonough, marketing services manager<span style="line-height: 20.8px;">&nbsp;at</span>&nbsp;<a href="http://www.parker.com/portal/site/PARKER/menuitem.223a4a3cce02eb6315731910237ad1ca/?vgnextoid=f92caf5c6f65e210VgnVCM10000048021dacRCRD&amp;vgnextfmt=default&amp;vgnextfmt=EN" target="_blank">Hose Products Division</a>, Parker Hannifin.</p>
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<a href="http://blog.parker.com/the-411-on-how-an-application-impacts-hose-selection">The 411 on How an Application Impacts Hose Selection</a><br />
<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/the-hydraulic-hose-mystery-how-is-it-made">The Hydraulic Hose Mystery - How is it Made?</a> </span><br />
<span><a href="http://blog.parker.com/the-complicated-world-of-sae-standards">The Complicated World of SAE Standards</a> </span></p>
ConstructionFittingsFluid & Gas HandlingHoseIndustrialMobile Off HighwaySafetySupportTransportation TechnologyThu, 12 Jul 2018 11:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/under-pressure-the-importance-of-reinforcement-in-hydraulic-hosesFluid Gas Handling TeamMaking Light Work of High-Pressure Aerospace Fluid Conveyance Applicationshttp://blog.parker.com/making-light-work-of-high-pressure-aerospace-fluid-conveyance-applications
<p><img alt="Making Light Work of High-Pressure Aerospace Fluid Conveyance Applications - Para-aramid Material - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/2138d5dcb786aff736c95413c46af8fe/para_aramid_material.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 200px; margin: 5px 15px; float: right;" />It&rsquo;s well known that aerospace applications of all types &ndash; whether for fuselage skin, structures, or systems and components &ndash; require materials offering a combination of lightweight strength and long-term durability. Since the Wright brothers, aircraft makers have been seeking solutions that optimize the balance between weight and strength.&nbsp;</p>
<p>An entrant that has found its way into the arena of light-yet-strong aerospace materials is para-aramid. Similar to material known under the brand name Kevlar&reg;, man-made para-aramid fibers exhibit a high strength-to-weight ratio and can be formed into threads or yarns for use in any number of applications.</p>
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Para-aramid material for lightweight aircraft hose and assemblies
<p>The <a href="http://parker.com/stratoflex" target="_blank">Stratoflex Products Division</a> (SPD) of Parker Aerospace has been providing fluid conveyance hose and tube assemblies to the aerospace industry since 1990 and has introduced countless innovative solutions to reduce weight and increase the reliability of aircraft fluid conveyance systems.</p>
<p>Among SPD&rsquo;s innovations is its para-aramid reinforced hose, available as its 3154 and 3158 hoses. Stratoflex 3154/3158 hose is widely specified for aircraft applications, including:</p>
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<li>Landing gear hydraulic lines</li>
<li>Aircraft tail section hydraulic systems</li>
<li>Wing routing actuations</li>
<li>Hydraulic power generation</li>
<li>Mid- and aft-fuselage sections</li>
<li>Thrust reverser actuation systems (TRAS)</li>
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<p><img alt="Making Light Work of High-Pressure Aerospace Fluid Conveyance Applications - Stratoflex Hoses - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/eea78d8a78acde77212e5307620306c7/hoses.jpg" style="width: 100px; height: 292px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />The Stratoflex 3154 (3,000 to 4,000 psi) and 3158 (5,080 psi) line of hose is available in a range of working pressures and offers two key advantages over corrosion-resistant steel (CRES) wire-braided hoses: lighter weight and a minimum bend radius that is typically 50 percent smaller. These advantages make Stratoflex 3154/3158 easier to install and route in crowded aircraft equipment spaces while saving weight on the aircraft.</p>
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Built for the long haul
<p>Parker&rsquo;s lightweight, high-pressure hose features a pure polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) inner tube, surrounded by one or two (depending on working pressure needs) para-aramid braid reinforcement layers. A special vapor barrier that prevents moisture ingress encases the braided reinforcement layer, and an outer chafe-resistant cover made of a nylon/polyester material protects the hose from environmental abrasion.</p>
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Lightweight durability plus proven engineering expertise
<p><img alt="Making Light Work of High-Pressure Aerospace Fluid Conveyance Applications - Aircraft Fluid Conveyance - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/308885e9b02c8e03a69f70f03bc14628/aircraft_fluid_conveyance_300x200.jpg" style="width: 250px; height: 142px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />Parker Stratoflex 3154/3158 products meet or exceed aerospace standards when specifying lightweight aircraft hose. What really sets the products apart is Parker&rsquo;s fluid conveyance system engineers&rsquo; extensive experience &ndash; which include hoses, couplings, swivels, regulators, valves, and fuses &ndash; on over 250 aircraft and engine models. SPD engineers are well versed in the design, routing, and clamping needed for fluid conveyance products throughout modern aircraft design.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><img alt="Making Light Work of High-Pressure Aerospace Fluid Conveyance Applications - Landing Conveyance - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/9e9935558ef9fe208bbf2ced0fe5fd9b/landing_conveyance.jpg" style="width: 175px; height: 262px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />For example, Stratoflex hoses are ideally suited for use in aircraft landing gear applications. Despite using a chafe-resistant outer cover, it is critical that the flexible hose is routed and clamped in a way that limits the effects of wind buffeting during takeoff and landing. Correct integration of the fluid conveyance within the landing gear system ensures proper performance and maximum life expectancy.</p>
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Conclusion
<p>With lightweight strength and durability as vital considerations for aerospace structures, systems, and components, the use of advanced materials is essential to every aircraft program. By integrating braided para-aramid reinforcement layers into its hose design, the Parker Aerospace Stratoflex Products Division is able to offer its customers a lightweight hydraulic hose that fits in tight spaces, in addition to system-level fluid conveyance expertise.</p>
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<p>For additional information on Parker Aerospace systems and capabilities, please&nbsp;<a href="http://parker.com/LAUNCHINGINNOVATION" target="_blank">visit our website</a>.</p>
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<p><img alt="Making Light Work of High-Pressure Aerospace Fluid Conveyance Applications - Andrew Mau - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/a3efcd3e9c332bf7c5b200502d1c0ba6/andrewmau.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 190px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />This post was contributed by Andrew Mau, chief engineer &amp; advanced technologies manager, Parker Aerospace Stratoflex Products Division</p>
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AerospaceFluid Conveyance SystemsTransportation TechnologyFri, 06 Jul 2018 12:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/making-light-work-of-high-pressure-aerospace-fluid-conveyance-applicationsAerospace TeamNew Optical-Based System Will Transform Aircraft Fuel Measurementhttp://blog.parker.com/new_optical-based_system_will_transform_aircraft_fuel_measurement
<p><img alt="Developing a Next-Generation Aircraft Fuel Measurement System That Is Highly Accurate and Intrinsically Safe - Aircraft Control Panel - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/7e4eb593c3b96ac337adf507089c4f75/controlpanel_1_300x300.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 300px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />Modern aviation owes much of its success to gas turbine engines that convert fuel into massive thrust, enabling large passenger aircraft to travel long distances at high speeds. Jet engines, however, require large fuel loads, most of which is carried in fuel tanks that span both of an aircraft&rsquo;s main wings. The Airbus A380, for example, has a maximum fuel capacity of over <a href="http://www.airbus.com/aircraft/passenger-aircraft/a380-family/technology.html#details" target="_blank">85,000 gallons</a>. To ensure the safety of flight, the commanding pilot is required to accurately monitor and log fuel consumption rates to properly manage the plane&rsquo;s weight and balance.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Understanding the critical importance of in-flight fuel monitoring and continuously striving to advance aerospace technology, the <a href="http://parker.com/fsd" target="_blank">Fluid Systems Division</a> of Parker Aerospace has teamed with <a href="https://www.oxsensis.com/" target="_blank">Oxsensis Ltd</a>., a manufacturer of optical instrumentation used in harsh environments, to develop a unique optical-based system that will transform and simplify the next generation of aircraft fuel measurement systems. This new technology&nbsp;is expected to reduce installation time&nbsp;and maintenance costs with fewer components.</p>
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Current fuel measurement systems use capacitance-based technology
<p>The current capacitance-based technology used on most aircraft to measure fuel capacity is proven, safe, and reliable. Its architecture incorporates an array of approximately 20 to 30 capacitance probes that are mounted vertically throughout the fuel tanks.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The probes act as variable capacitors, with the fuel acting as the dielectric. As the fuel level near the probe changes, changing the ratio of fuel-to-air in contact with the probe, the capacitance of the probe changes, allowing the system to measure the &ldquo;wetted length&rdquo; of the probe ‒ an empty tank has lower values of probe wetted length than a full tank. These measurements are made by a dedicated electronics box outside the fuel tank, by injecting a tiny time-varying electrical current via electrical wiring to the probes in the fuel tank.</p>
<p><img alt="Developing Next-Generation Aircraft Fuel Measurement System That Is Highly Accurate and Intrinsically Safe" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/802dca2e212dbc7dd52a6e108bacdc65/fuel_measurement_control_panel.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 200px; margin: 15px; float: left;" />This information is transmitted back to fuel gauging computers elsewhere on the aircraft, where the data is combined with other measurements such as fuel temperature and density, to compute the fuel quantity on board the aircraft. This data is then relayed to the pilot in the cockpit, and to other aircraft systems.&nbsp;</p>
<p>While highly reliable, capacitance-based fuel measurement systems can be complex and require a great deal of time and expense during the installation stage. Typically, a total of 20 to 30 probes need to be installed throughout each of the wing tanks in most large commercial transports, in addition to corresponding electrical wiring needed to relay the probes&rsquo; data. This electrical wiring, combined with the increased trend in the aviation industry toward the use of composite materials, particularly in wing design, means measures must be taken to ensure that lightning strikes do not move through the wiring system, causing fuel tank combustion. A great deal of engineering and cost go into mitigating these risks.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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A better way to measure aircraft fuel is on the horizon: SOHAPS
<p><img alt="Developing a Next-Generation Aircraft Fuel Measurement System That Is Highly Accurate and Intrinsically Safe - Optical Sensor - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/c3e25c3b6eece9614e52eb3bb79714ea/sohaps_sensor1_315x561.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 267px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: right;" />Parker is collaborating with Oxsensis to develop silica-based optical high-accuracy pressure sensor (SOHAPS) systems that will replace the 20 to 30 capacitance probes plus additional fuel property sensors. Instead, each tank would need only three</p>
<p>electromagnetic interference (EMI)-immune, non-electrical, optical sensors to measure fuel system pressure.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Slated to be fully tested and ready for entry into service by the mid-2020s, SOHAPS will provide the next generation of business jets and commercial aircraft with a next-generation solution for fuel measurement. This system is a major advancement because it is as accurate as today&rsquo;s capacitance system, but is far simpler in design, requires fewer sensors, is intrinsically safe, is immune to EMI, will require far less time to install in the aircraft, and is expected to reduce maintenance costs.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As part of the joint development of the innovative new system, Parker and Oxensis are actively engaged with a major aircraft manufacturer in preliminary manufacturability and integration activities.&nbsp;</p>
<p>This proven and innovative technology has demonstrated endurance success in land-based gas turbine applications for several years. The sensor technology developed in the SOHAPS program has the potential to be applied to multiple aerospace applications including hydraulic systems, lubrication pumps, landing gear, and other major systems. Parker is investigating these future possibilities as part of our ongoing commitment to ensure our customers&rsquo; success.&nbsp;</p>
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How SOHAPS fuel measurement systems are different
<p>The joint development of the SOHAPS system combines Parker&rsquo;s significant fuel system engineering, integration, and qualification abilities with Oxsensis&rsquo; unique optical pressure sensor capabilities. Unlike capacitance systems that measure the capacitance of the fuel in a system to compute remaining fuel volume, SOHAPS systems measure the pressure within the fuel tank and compute fuel volume. SOHAPS system data is transmitted to a single onboard computer via fiber optic cable, where the data is interpreted and relayed to the cockpit as remaining fuel information.<br />
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<img alt="Developing a Next-Generation Aircraft Fuel Measurement System That Is Highly Accurate and Intrinsically Safe - Optical Based Sensors - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/ff6ebb860ab8ceec8cdd40f1621878cd/sohaps_sensor_600x328_copy.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 164px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />The sensor has been shown to provide more precision than currently available electrical pressure sensors, while also being suitable for low-temperature and high-vibration conditions. The use of fiber optics is expected to deliver a sensor that is immune to electromagnetic interference and completely free of any metallic or electrically conductive material. It also means that, by eliminating metallic wiring in the fuel tanks, the risk associated with the conduction of electricity due to lightning strikes is eliminated as well.&nbsp;</p>
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Simply less complex
<p>The innovative SOHAPS system will greatly simplify aircraft fuel measurement systems.&nbsp;</p>
<p>By needing as few as three sensors for an aircraft fuel tank, SOHAPS systems will require far less time to install during manufacturing, reducing installation cost, part numbers, and complexity.</p>
<p>Elimination of metallic wiring will also reduce manufacturing time as well as the risk of transmission of electrical charges as well as EMI interference and electrical discharge in the tanks.</p>
<p>SOHAPS systems will not require a relay electronics device to collect data for transmission to an onboard computer for data interpretation. All collected data goes directly to the onboard computer via optical cable.</p>
<p>In addition to measuring fuel quantity, other measurement capabilities are possible using the same set of onboard sensors, further reducing weight on the aircraft. These additional measuring capabilities include fuel temperature and fuel properties, eliminating the need for other types of sensors in the fuel system, and making the system equally capable of operating with today&rsquo;s standard fuels and future fuel types</p>
<p>Due to the wide availability of optical data transmission equipment from mature industries such as the telecom industry, SOHAPS systems can take advantage of significant cost savings by using robust off-the-shelf components that can meet aircraft qualification standards.</p>
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Lower maintenance costs are predicted
<p>Due to far fewer parts in a SOHAPS system, maintenance costs are expected to be lower than current systems. And unlike capacitance systems, it is anticipated that optical-sensor-based systems will be capable of operating with any type of fuel, meaning that aircraft operators will no longer need to go to the trouble and expense of recalibrating their systems as they introduce new fuel types and fuel additives for their aircraft.</p>
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Conclusion
<p>Drawing on the expertise of Parker Aerospace and Oxsensis, silica-based optical high-accuracy pressure sensor technology is coming closer to market with advantages that include comparable or better accuracy than current capacitance systems, simpler design, the need for fewer sensors, the ability to operate with future fuel types, immunity to EMI, less time to install in the aircraft, and an expected reduction in maintenance costs. SOHAPS is the next generation of fuel measurement systems for major aircraft manufacturers to watch.</p>
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<p>For additional information on Parker Aerospace systems and capabilities, please <a href="http://parker.com/LAUNCHINGINNOVATION" target="_blank">visit our website</a>.</p>
<p><img alt="Developing a Next-Generation Aircraft Fuel Measurement System That Is Highly Accurate and Intrinsically Safe - Dr. Lewis Boyd - Parker Aerospace" src="https://cdn.app.compendium.com/uploads/user/a862d463-3ea6-443a-9187-e1040e91eb0e/bc832350-01fa-407d-89bf-449d37d2cb84/Image/398e0e6816dc61930620207e6a485950/dr_lewisboyd.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 150px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px; float: left;" />This post was contributed by Principal Investigator, Fuel Gauging &amp; Sensors Dr. Lewis Boyd of the <a href="http://parker.com/fsd" target="_blank">Parker Aerospace Fluid Systems Division</a>.</p>
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AerospaceFuel & Inerting SystemsTransportation TechnologyThu, 05 Jul 2018 20:00:00 +0000http://blog.parker.com/new_optical-based_system_will_transform_aircraft_fuel_measurementAerospace Team